Roger Federer press conference - “You always want to play forever...”
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer press conference - “You always want to play forever...”

The Hindu  

Roger Federer during a press conference ahead of the Laver Cup at The O2 Arena on Wednesday in London, England. Federer said, “You always want to play forever. I know everybody has to leave the game.” “I’m happy, because I know it’s the right decision” to walk away from the game, Federer said. He said,”You’re sad in the very moment when you realize, ‘OK, this is it.’” Federer: “.I always looked to the Michael Schumachers, Tiger Woods, all the other guys that stayed for so long at the top that I didn’t understand how they did it. Next thing, you’re part of that group, and it’s been a great feeling.” Federer: “I’m happy I don’t have flashbacks at tough moments in my career.

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Roger Federer pens emotional letter to Rafael Nadal ahead of final tournament
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to Rafael Nadal ahead of final tournament

The Independent  

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Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’

Firstpost  

Roger Federer recalled his rivalry and friendship with Rafael Nadal as the Spaniard tennis legend gets ready to bid goodbye to the sport in Davis Cup Finals 2024. Rafael Nadal’s greatest rival and probably his best tennis friend as well – Roger Federer penned an emotional tribute for the Spaniard before he starts his farewell at the Davis Cup Finals …

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to retiring Rafael Nadal on his ‘epic’ career: ‘You beat me – a lot’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to retiring Rafael Nadal on his ‘epic’ career: ‘You beat me – a lot’

Live Mint  

Tennis great Roger Federer hailed his former rival Rafael Nadal in an emotional letter ahead of the Spaniard's imminent retirement from tennis at the Davis Cup, celebrating his “epic” career. you made the whole tennis world proud,” Roger Federer said in a long post on X. Retired Swiss legend Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal clashed 14 times in Grand Slam …

Roger Federer Pens Emotional Note for Retiring Rafael Nadal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Roger Federer Pens Emotional Note for Retiring Rafael Nadal

Deccan Chronicle  

Tennis legend Roger Federer penned an emotional note to Rafael Nadal as he gets ready to bid farewell to professional tennis following Davis Cup, set to begin from November 19. Federer expressed gratitude for Nadal’s role as a role model and acknowledges Nadal’s family and team’s contributions to his success. He also cherished the experience of playing doubles with Nadal …

Roger Federer pours his heart out in farewell note for Rafael Nadal: 'You challenged me in ways no one else could'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Roger Federer pours his heart out in farewell note for Rafael Nadal: 'You challenged me in ways no one else could'

Hindustan Times  

Tennis great Roger Federer penned a heartfelt note for his good friend and biggest rival on the court, Rafael Nadal, ahead of his farewell event, the Davis Cup. Roger Federer shakes hands and embraces Spain's Rafael Nadal. He amassed 92 titles and was a two-time Olympic gold medallist despite playing in an era which also boasted Roger Federer and Novak …

Federer pens emotional post for Nadal ahead of his retirement: “You made the whole tennis world proud”
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Federer pens emotional post for Nadal ahead of his retirement: “You made the whole tennis world proud”

The Hindu  

Roger Federer wrote an emotional post on social media on Tuesday, paying tribute to Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Major champion, who is set to retire from professional tennis at Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain, this week. The ‘Fedal’ rivalry had some of the most epic tennis matches, including the Wimbledon 2008 final in which Nadal beat Federer 6-4, 6-4, …

As Nadal plays his last tourney, Federer sends an emotional note from 'your fan, Roger'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

As Nadal plays his last tourney, Federer sends an emotional note from 'your fan, Roger'

NPR  

As Nadal plays his last tourney, Federer sends an emotional note from 'your fan, Roger' toggle caption Jack Guez/AFP via Getty Images When we face big Life Moments, it's often the people close to us who put things in perspective. So with tennis great Rafael Nadal about to retire after one final Davis Cup tournament, who better than Roger Federer …

Rafael Nadal’s retirement statement in full: ‘I leave with absolute peace of mind’
3 months ago

Rafael Nadal’s retirement statement in full: ‘I leave with absolute peace of mind’

The Independent  

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The real Roger Federer: ‘He will mess up your mind to beat you’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

The real Roger Federer: ‘He will mess up your mind to beat you’

The Telegraph  

“No one dies in this film,” says Asif Kapadia, the Oscar-winning British director of Senna, Amy, Diego Maradona and now Federer: Twelve Final Days, about the Swiss tennis great Roger Federer. “I don’t think I’ve seen a film quite like it,” he adds, “where, when someone retires, it’s not done in hindsight, you’re actually there at the moment, you’re in …

Federer Says He 'Won't Be A Stranger' To Tennis After Laver Cup Felicitation
1 year, 3 months ago

Federer Says He 'Won't Be A Stranger' To Tennis After Laver Cup Felicitation

News 18  

Swiss tennis great Roger Federer was feted Friday at the Laver Cup, where he said his final career match at the event last year was the perfect conclusion to his career. The night closed with an on-court question and answer session with the 20-time Grand Slam champion, who said it had been a “great year” since he and longtime rival …

Roger Federer welcomed back to Centre Court for first time since his retirement
1 year, 6 months ago

Roger Federer welcomed back to Centre Court for first time since his retirement

The Independent  

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Roger Federer's million-dollar Rafael Nadal wish as Spaniard is set to miss second straight Grand Slam
1 year, 6 months ago

Roger Federer's million-dollar Rafael Nadal wish as Spaniard is set to miss second straight Grand Slam

Hindustan Times  

Roger Federer has been enjoying time away from the spotlight since his retirement from tennis last year, taking the opportunity to stay home and spend time with his family after a career that spanned nearly 25 years on the professional tennis circuit. Federer, who has seen his record of 20 grand slam titles eclipsed first by Nadal and then Djokovic, …

Nadal says ‘a part of his life left’ when Federer retired
2 years, 1 month ago

Nadal says ‘a part of his life left’ when Federer retired

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal believes that “a part of his life left” with Roger Federer when his great rival retired from the sport -- with both players left an emotional wreck on court after the Swiss played his last ever competitive match in September at the Laver Cup. The two, who between them have won 42 Grand Slam singles titles, joined forces …

Analysis: Think of Federer’s Laver Cup as an All-Star affair
2 years, 3 months ago

Analysis: Think of Federer’s Laver Cup as an All-Star affair

Associated Press  

LONDON — Roger Federer is, by his own admission, a jokester. “He sort of has all these nicknames all the players.” For whatever cachet and attention the Laver Cup might have lacked in the past — and no matter how long it lasts — the fifth edition, held at London’s O2 Arena, will forever be known as the occasion of …

Laver Cup: Novak Djokovic makes strong return as Roger Federer watches on
2 years, 3 months ago

Laver Cup: Novak Djokovic makes strong return as Roger Federer watches on

Firstpost  

Roger Federer cheered him on at Laver Cup as Novak Djokovic showed no signs of rust in his first appearance since winning the seventh Wimbledon crown of his remarkable career in July. Novak Djokovic made an impressive return after two months out of action as the Team Europe star thrashed Frances Tiafoe 6-1, 6-3 with Roger Federer cheering him on …

Retired Roger Federer offers advice to Laver Cup teammates
2 years, 3 months ago

Retired Roger Federer offers advice to Laver Cup teammates

Associated Press  

LONDON — Roger Federer’s tearful farewell to his playing career is over. “If, a few years ago,” Berrettini said, “someone told me, ‘Look, you’re going to play Laver Cup, and Roger’s going to coach you,’ I would have been, like, ‘Yeah, right.’” Federer is unsure of his exact plans for the future, but he did vow to remain a part …

A Federer moment in time
2 years, 3 months ago

A Federer moment in time

Hindustan Times  

In the end, there were tears. Roger Federer is given the bumps by teammates after playing his final match at Laver Cup But for once, the tears didn’t have a tinge of sadness. In his seminal essay, Roger Federer as Religious Experience, David Foster Wallace called them “Federer moments”, times “when the jaw drops and eyes protrude and sounds are …

Kohli pens heartfelt note after Nadal gets emotional in Federer’s farewell game, says 'Most beautiful sporting pic'
2 years, 3 months ago

Kohli pens heartfelt note after Nadal gets emotional in Federer’s farewell game, says 'Most beautiful sporting pic'

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli wrote that when your companions cry for you, you know what you’ve been able to do. Along with the entire planet, the frame featuring two great sportspersons sitting teary-eyed together for one last time, grabbed the attention of Indian cricketer Virat Kohli. A person noted, “Talent never retires.” Another user made a special mention of Kohli’s relationship with …

Roger Federer retires: ‘We’ll never see anything like this again’, Twitter emotional as Swiss legend bows out
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer retires: ‘We’ll never see anything like this again’, Twitter emotional as Swiss legend bows out

Firstpost  

Roger Federer’s last match left the players and fans at the O2 arena emotional, but the fans not present at the arena were no different as they shared their emotions on Twitter. #LaverCup pic.twitter.com/XMZaiDDkup — Stuart Fraser September 24, 2022 What an extraordinary and unique way to go into retirement, just like Roger Federer's career and talent. #FedalForever #Federer pic.twitter.com/Tgh1dnYbCj …

Roger Federer’s emotional final on-court interview - full transcript
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer’s emotional final on-court interview - full transcript

The Hindu  

It may not have been a fairytale ending with Roger Federer losing his final match to the US pair of Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe alongside long-time rival and friend Rafael Nadal in the men’s doubles match in Laver Cup, but on Friday the O2 Arena was all about the Swiss star who brought the curtains down on a wonderful …

Roger Federer retires: Reactions and tributes pour in from players, fans and world of tennis
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer retires: Reactions and tributes pour in from players, fans and world of tennis

The Hindu  

Roger Federer bid an emotional farewell to his professional tennis career at the age of 41 with a doubles loss alongside longtime rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup on Friday night. Federer, who has won 20 Grand Slam titles, and Nadal paired up for Team Europe and were beaten by Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock of Team World 4-6, …

Rafael Nadal after Roger Federer's retirement match: An important part of my life is leaving
2 years, 3 months ago

Rafael Nadal after Roger Federer's retirement match: An important part of my life is leaving

India Today  

The Big Three is over. An "important part" of Rafael Nadal's life has left as Roger Federer played the final match of his competitive tennis career. "For me, has been huge honour to be a part of this amazing moment of the history of our sport, and at the same time a lot of years sharing a lot of things …

Federer looks forward to meeting fans on 'a different type of tennis court'; Nadal says 'part of my life is leaving too
2 years, 3 months ago

Federer looks forward to meeting fans on 'a different type of tennis court'; Nadal says 'part of my life is leaving too

Firstpost  

Federer, who brought the curtains down on his glittering career in a doubles match at the Laver Cup in London, promised fans this wasn’t the last they were going to see of him in the world of tennis. London: Roger Federer promised his fans they had not seen the last of him after bringing the curtain down on his glittering …

Roger Federer's last match is doubles loss with Rafael Nadal
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer's last match is doubles loss with Rafael Nadal

The Hindu  

Roger Federer bid adieu Friday night with one last contest before he heads into retirement at age 41 after a superlative career that spanned nearly a quarter-century and included 20 Grand Slam titles and a statesman’s role. “I would do it all over again.” Read | Roger Federer and the measure of greatness When the match and, with it, his …

Roger Federer's farewell match produces numerous emotional and tearful moments: Watch videos
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer's farewell match produces numerous emotional and tearful moments: Watch videos

Firstpost  

Roger Federer’s last career match expectedly produced plenty of tears with the Swiss, his wife, kids, family and even longtime rival Rafael Nadal reduced to tears. taping his racket for one last time… pic.twitter.com/auNfVOHe1x — mimi🧍🏻‍♀️| RAFA COMEBACK ERA ⁵⁵⁴ September 23, 2022 The victors, the scoreline, the stats didn’t matter. ok?’ roger federer to his children 💔 pic.twitter.com/bdDKSM5k42 — …

Fans get emotional after Roger Federer plays his last match in career – Tennis will never be the same again
2 years, 3 months ago

Fans get emotional after Roger Federer plays his last match in career – Tennis will never be the same again

India Today  

The legendary Roger Federer won’t be any anymore on a tennis court as far as the professional aspect of the game is concerned. On Friday, September 23, the 41-year-old bid goodbye to tennis after playing a doubles match with Spain’s Rafael Nadal in the Laver Cup 2022. Federer and Nadal lost the match to Team World’s Jack Sock and Frances …

Roger Federer retires: Twitter reacts as Rafael Nadal sheds tears after Federer's final match in Laver Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer retires: Twitter reacts as Rafael Nadal sheds tears after Federer's final match in Laver Cup

India TV News  

Roger Federer retires: The Tennis world dived in emotions as the Legendary Roger Federer bids adieu to the sport after 24 years of dominance. What a fairytale end to Federer's career as he played his final match alongside long-time rival and friend Rafael Nadal in the doubles event of the Laver Cup 2022. Though the duo went down in a …

Laver Cup 2022: Roger Federer heads into retirement by losing doubles alongside Rafael Nadal
2 years, 3 months ago

Laver Cup 2022: Roger Federer heads into retirement by losing doubles alongside Rafael Nadal

Firstpost  

5:14 AM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Roger Federer on court: “I told the guys, I’m happy, I’m sad. Funny enough, having everyone here, didn’t feel stress as much. I wanted it to be celebration and that’s what I got and hoped for” “Never supposed to be a long journey. To my parents, thanks for everything.” “It’s been an amazing journey, thank …

Roger Federer’s elegant exit
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer’s elegant exit

Live Mint  

One of the many times Roger Federer cried during the trophy presentation ceremony was at the 2006 Australian Open. A tribute and safety net “I feel the likes of Rod Laver and other legends of the game have marked our sport in such a big way and it should never be forgotten,” Federer said in August 2017, a month ahead …

Roger Federer says, 'want to play forever... (but) everybody has to leave the game' | Watch
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer says, 'want to play forever... (but) everybody has to leave the game' | Watch

Firstpost  

Roger Federer says it was difficult for him to call time on his career but he understood that multiple injury setbacks were an indication that he can’t be playing forever London: Roger Federer wants to bring the curtain down on his glittering career by teaming up with long-time rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup in London on Friday. "@rogerfederer …

What Roger Federer’s retirement means to his fans
2 years, 3 months ago

What Roger Federer’s retirement means to his fans

Live Mint  

It is still early in the evening in UK when I find myself relatively alone in the media centre. Now, 21 years later, as Federer retires from tennis having won eight Wimbledon titles of his own, it seems like that match against Sampras set the tone for his career so well. It's a rhetorical argument because every generation has a …

Roger Federer and the sunlit perfection that remained for 24 years
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer and the sunlit perfection that remained for 24 years

Firstpost  

Federer gave tennis a new life, new light. Since Thursday evening, when Roger Federer announced his retirement, people from around the world are trying to craft the perfect goodbye to this most eloquent of tennis players. Read | Roger Federer retires at the top of tennis’ money tree “Above all I must offer a special thank you to my unbelievable …

Roger, it’s hard to see this day: Novak Djokovic pens emotional note for Federer | READ
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger, it’s hard to see this day: Novak Djokovic pens emotional note for Federer | READ

India TV News  

Highlights He started by saying that Federer's career has set the benchmark for all to follow. After 24 years at the highest level, Roger Federer will bid farewell to the world of tennis. Novak Djokovic took to Instagram and shared a heartfelt post acknowledging the greatness of Roger Federer and wishing him all the best for the future. In a …

It was an 'honour to share all these years' with Roger Federer, says Rafael Nadal
2 years, 3 months ago

It was an 'honour to share all these years' with Roger Federer, says Rafael Nadal

Firstpost  

Federer, 41, said he would retire after the Laver Cup in London later in September, having not played since Wimbledon 2021 because of a knee problem Madrid: Rafael Nadal said it was “an honour” to share “amazing moments” with Roger Federer after the Swiss great announced his retirement from tennis on Thursday. Federer, 41, said he would retire after the …

Dear Roger, my friend and rival...’: Nadal to Federer
2 years, 3 months ago

Dear Roger, my friend and rival...’: Nadal to Federer

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal posted a message for Roger Federer following the Swiss tennis sensation’s announcement to retire from the game after the Laver Cup next week. Nadal posted the message on his social media and said, “I wish this day would have never come. It’s been a pleasure but also an honor and privilege to share all these years with you, …

Roger Federer retires: Read and listen to his statement in full
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer retires: Read and listen to his statement in full

Firstpost  

Roger Federer will retire after next week’s Laver Cup after admitting on Thursday his battles with a knee problem had forced him to call time on his historic career. “The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event,” he said in a statement posted on his Twitter account. I also want to thank my four wonderful …

Roger Federer to retire: Reactions and tributes pour in from players, fans and world of tennis
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer to retire: Reactions and tributes pour in from players, fans and world of tennis

The Hindu  

Roger Federer announced his retirement from tennis after next week’s Laver Cup. It's been a pleasure but also an honor and privilege to share all these years with you, living so many amazing moments on and off the court 👇🏻 — Rafa Nadal September 15, 2022 Roger Federer is a champion's champion. pic.twitter.com/zxGq4izh1v — Billie Jean King September 15, 2022 …

Roger Federer's retirement letter in full text: Tennis, I love you and will never leave you
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer's retirement letter in full text: Tennis, I love you and will never leave you

India Today  

The day most of tennis fans feared should never come came on Thursday, September 15 as the legendary Roger Federer announced his retirement from professional sport. ROGER FEDERER'S RETIREMENT LETTER: FULL TEXT "To my tennis family and beyond "Of all the gifts that tennis has given me over the years, the greatest without a doubt has been the people I've …

Roger Federer retires: Full text and audio of Swiss great's statement
2 years, 3 months ago

Roger Federer retires: Full text and audio of Swiss great's statement

Hindustan Times  

Swiss great Roger Federer said on Thursday that he will be retiring from professional tennis after the Laver Cup, which will be played from September 23 to 25, thus bringing the curtains down on one of the greatest careers in the history of the sport. He Full Text: To my tennis family and beyond, Of all the gifts that tennis …

Analysis: Federer sees ‘end is near,’ hopes for on-court bye
3 years, 1 month ago

Analysis: Federer sees ‘end is near,’ hopes for on-court bye

Associated Press  

Just before the start of Wimbledon in late June, Roger Federer recalled a conversation about retirement that he had with Pete Sampras a decade ago. “He was thinking I was coming towards the end or something, just because it was, for him, normal that at 31, 33 — with the career that we’ve had, with all the sacrifice, in a …

Federer, Nadal, Djokovic let fans eavesdrop on their convos
4 years, 8 months ago

Federer, Nadal, Djokovic let fans eavesdrop on their convos

Deccan Chronicle  

New York: Ever wondered what a chat between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal might sound like? Eventually, Federer asked something he said he's always wanted to know about Nadal, "because it's been bothering me, you know? '': If Nadal is right-handed, why does he play tennis lefty, something that has helped give him a head-to-head edge over the righty-racketed Federer? …

Roger Federer's legacy isn’t at risk with late decline
5 years ago

Roger Federer's legacy isn’t at risk with late decline

The Hindu  

Roger Federer arrives for his interview at the precise appointed time, steering his white sedan into a parking spot in an industrial area dotted by art galleries about 15 minutes from his luxury apartment in this home-away-from-home. Federer, who won the first of his men’s-record 20 Grand Slam titles when he was 21 and now is 38, explains that he …

Roger Federer says it's still easy to get motivated
5 years, 1 month ago

Roger Federer says it's still easy to get motivated

The Hindu  

Roger Federer insisted it is still "easy to get motivated" despite being in the later stages of his career. But Federer – who is set to play Alexander Zverev in exhibition matches in North and South America – said he was still motivated, with the 38-year-old still hungry to play in front of big crowds. "When you walk out to …

Roger Federer has defended his decision to withdraw from the inaugural ATP Cup in January
5 years, 2 months ago

Roger Federer has defended his decision to withdraw from the inaugural ATP Cup in January

The Hindu  

Roger Federer has stuck by his decision to withdraw from the inaugural ATP Cup in order to focus on rest and time with his family ahead of the 2020 season. READ : Nadal in London, provides positive fitness update ahead of ATP Finals After skipping the Paris Masters, 20-time Grand Slam champion Federer will now look to finish his season …

In a career of landmarks, Federer set for 1,500th match
5 years, 2 months ago

In a career of landmarks, Federer set for 1,500th match

The Hindu  

Roger Federer will check off another landmark on Monday when he starts his bid for a 10th Basel title by playing the 1,500th match of his career. “My preparation had to be a little faster than usual since I have to start Monday,” said Federer ahead of the Swiss Indoors tournament, which he first attended as a ballboy. I hope …

Sumit Nagal: Playing Federer and taking a set off him... couldn’t have asked for more
5 years, 4 months ago

Sumit Nagal: Playing Federer and taking a set off him... couldn’t have asked for more

The Hindu  

Fast-rising Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal was ecstatic when he was drawn to meet the legendary Roger Federer in the opening round at the U.S. Open. Coming from not playing too many hardcourt tournaments this year and then qualifying for a slam, beating really good players in the qualies, then playing Federer and taking a set off him, playing in …

Playing Federer and taking a set off him... couldn’t have asked for more, says Sumit Nagal
5 years, 4 months ago

Playing Federer and taking a set off him... couldn’t have asked for more, says Sumit Nagal

The Hindu  

Fast-rising Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal was ecstatic when he was drawn to meet the legendary Roger Federer in the opening round at the U.S. Open. Coming from not playing too many hardcourt tournaments this year and then qualifying for a slam, beating really good players in the qualies, then playing Federer and taking a set off him, playing in …

Roger Federer: The power and presence of $120 million man
5 years, 6 months ago

Roger Federer: The power and presence of $120 million man

CNN  

CNN — He was devastated and in disbelief. Is there anything I can ask of your donors?’ He just has that kind of a way of asking great questions and really making the most of time that he gives.” Visit CNN Sport Video Ad Feedback Federer dreams of being famous for philanthropy 04:09 - Source: CNN ‘Most superstars are a …

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